Search for dissertations about: "drum"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 39 swedish dissertations containing the word drum.

2. 11. Biocarbon for fossil coal replacement

   Author : Aekjuthon Phounglamcheik; Kentaro Umeki; Mašek Ondřej; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Biomass pyrolysis; charcoal; bio-oil recycling; CO2 utilization; reactivity; rotary drum; Energiteknik; Energy Engineering;

   Abstract : This research aims to provide a full view of knowledge in charcoal production for fossil coal replacement. Charcoal from biomass is a promising material to replace fossil coal, which is using as heating source or reactant in the industrial sector. READ MORE

4. 12. Stepping out of the shadows of colonialism to the beat of the drum : The meaning of music for five First Nations children with autism in British Columbia, Canada

   Author : Anne Lindblom; Hannu Räty; Tero Timonen; Grace Iarocci; Carin Roos; Elina Kontu; University of Eastern Finland; []
   Keywords : HUMANIORA; HUMANITIES; MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; First Nations; Autism; Music; Indigenist research methodologies; Inclusion; Psykologi; Psychology;

   Abstract : This dissertation set out to examine the meaning of music for First Nations childrenwith autism in BC, Canada. The research questions addressed were: How can thediagnosis of ASD be seen through a First Nations lens? How do the First Nationschildren with ASD use music? In which ways is music used in different domains?In which ways is music used to facilitate inclusion? How is traditional music used?The dissertation is based on four original articles that span over the issues of under-detection of autism among First Nations children in BC, ethnographic fieldwork,and the paradigmatic shift to Indigenist research methodologies, the role of music insocial inclusion and a First Nations lens on autism, the use of Indigenous music withFirst Nations children with autism, put in context with First Nations children’s rights. READ MORE

5. 13. Energy Efficient Textile Drying

   Author : Lena Brunzell; Bengt Månsson; Roger Renström; Jonas Berghel; Odilio Alves-Filho; Karlstads universitet; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; tumble dryer; drying; textile; energy and mass balance; control strategy; Engineering mechanics; Teknisk mekanik; Miljö- och energisystem; Environmental and Energy Systems;

   Abstract : Traditionally, textiles were dried outdoors with the wind and the sun enhancing the drying process. Tumble dryers offer a fast and convenient way of drying textiles independent of weather conditions. Tumble dryers, however, consume large amounts of electrical energy. READ MORE

6. 14. Frequency Optimization of Vibratory Rollers and Plates for Compaction of Granular Soil

   Author : Carl Wersäll; Stefan Larsson; Michael Mooney; KTH; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; compaction; vibratory roller; frequency; resonance; vibration; sand; gravel; soil dynamics; Byggvetenskap; Civil and Architectural Engineering;

   Abstract : Vibratory rollers are commonly used for compaction of embankments and landfills. This task is time consuming and constitutes a significant part of most large construction and infrastructure projects. By improving the compaction efficiency, the construction industry would reduce costs and environmental impact. READ MORE

7. 15. Characterization of hippocampal slice cultures as model systems for neurodegenerative processes in Alzheimer's disease

   Author : Sara Johansson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia and a growing health care problem worldwide. The disease affects different brain regions, including hippocampus, enthorhinal cortex, amygdala, neocortex and certain basal forebrain nuclei. Macroscopically, shrinkage of gyri and widening of sulci characterize the AD brain. READ MORE